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Rick Nash Retires
Jan 11, 2019
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Committee Chairman
We have a sudden retirement to talk about as Rick Nash has retired from professional hockey. In a statement from his agent the retirement stemmed from “unresolved issues from the concussion sustained last March”. That was one of many concussions that Nash sustained over his career. A six time All Star, Nash was the first overall pick in 2002 by the Columbus Blue Jackets and in his second season he would win the Maurice “Rocket” Richard Award as the leading goal scorer in the National Hockey League. Nash played for Columbus for nine seasons and after his rookie season he never had less…
Thom Yorke will skip the RRHOF induction ceremony
Jan 09, 2019
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Committee Chairman
Last year we speculated that the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame did not induct Radiohead on their first year of eligibility due to the band stating that they would not attend due the ceremony (if chosen) due to having a prior commitment (a concert in South America). The band had been quiet leading up to the announcement of the Class of 2019 in regards to whether they would attend if inducted this year, but we now know that at least one member will not be attending. In an interview with Variety, Radiohead frontman said that he personally would not be…
The College Football Hall of Fame Class of 2019 is Announced
Jan 07, 2019
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Committee Chairman
It is another big day in the Hall of Fame word as the College Football Hall of Fame has announced their Class of 2019. The Class of 2019 are: Terrell Buckley: Florida State (1989-91) Linebacker: Buckley left the Seminoles as their all-time leader in Interceptions (21) and Interception Return Yards (501), the latter of which is the best all-time in the NCAA. Buckley would also win the Jim Thorpe Award in his final year at Florida State. Rickey Dixon: Oklahoma (1984-87) Defensive Back: Dixon played in four straight Orange Bowls (1985-88) and was a member of the Sooners’ National Championship Team of…
The First Team All-Pros
Jan 05, 2019
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Committee Chairman
Never underestimate how much First Team All Pro Selections mean in terms of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. While it is possible to enter Canton without one, this accolade tells everyone that in that particular year you are the best at your position. Now granted it means more in some positions than others (Special Teams for example will always struggle to get players inducted) but this is a vital step to get into the Hall. Rather than look at the 2018 First Team All Pro Selections by position, let’s list them in order of how many they have in total. 5th:…
The Pro Football Hall of Fame announces their 2019 Finalists
Jan 04, 2019
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Committee Chairman
The Pro Football Hall of Fame has announced their Finalists for the Class of 2019 and as per normal, there are little surprises. The Finalists are: Steve Atwater: Atwater played Free Safety for the Denver Broncos from 1989 to 1998 and in that span, he would win two Super Bowls and would be named to two First Team All Pro and eight Pro Bowls. He was known for delivering the most punishing hits for a Safety. Atwater played one final season for the Jets and this is his second time as a Finalist, the last being in 2016. He is ranked #12on our Notinhalloffame.com Football…
We have announced our 2018 Fictitious Athlete Hall of Fame Class!
Jan 03, 2019
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Committee Chairman
The Class of 2018 of our Fictitious Athlete Hall of Fame has been announced! After a one year vote, California karate star, Daniel LaRusso, former Rockford Peach, Dottie Hinson and NFL star turned inmate, Paul “Wrecking” Crewe” have been named to the Hall. They join Bobby Boucher (The Waterboy), Forrest Gump (Forrest Gump), Willie “Mays” Hayes (Major League), Apollo Creed (Rocky), Benny “The Jet” Rodriguez, Charlie Conway (The Mighty Ducks), The Hanson Brothers (Slap Shot), Reggie Dunlop (Slap Shot), Happy Gilmore (Happy Gilmore), Ricky “Wild Thing” Vaughn (Major League), Crash Davis (Bull Durham), Roy Hobbs (The Natural) and Rocky Balboa,…
RIP: Mean Gene Okerlund
Jan 02, 2019
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Committee Chairman
It is a sad day for wrestling fans as it was announced that former interviewer, “Mean” Gene Okerlund died today at the age of 76. It is unknown at this time how he passed. From Nebraska, Okerlund moved to Minneapolis where his outstanding voice made him a natural to become a disc jockey. In 1970, he would be hired by Verne Gagne’s American Wrestling Association where for over a dozen years he served as a backstage interviewer and occasional ring announcer. As part of Vince McMahon’s national expansion, Okerlund was poached and he would join the World Wrestling Federation at the start of…
The Green Bay Packers announce the Finalists for their Fan HOF
Jan 02, 2019
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Committee Chairman
You have to hand it to the Green Bay Packers who know how important their fans are. So much so, that they have a Hall of Fame dedicated to them. The Nominees are out for the 21stClass have been announced and should you wish to vote you can do so here. Voting is up until January 31. The Finalists are: Chuck Bromley, Middleton, ID Soctt Cagle, Suamico, WI Ron Colbo, De Pere, WI Li Hu, Oshkosh, WI Amy Nelson, Mayville, WI Paul Pagnozzi, Hawthrorne, NJ Brent Perzentka, Madison, WI Steve Sexsmith, Appleto, WI Dennis Wiley, Houston, TX Charlie Younkie, Green Bay, WI The…
Tristan Thompson states that Kyrie Irving is an HOFer now
Jan 01, 2019
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Committee Chairman
If we are to believe Tristan Thompson of the Cleveland Cavaliers, then Kyrie Irving is already a Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer. In an interview with Yahoo Sports’ “Posted Up” Podcast, Thompson had the following to say in regards to Irving: “There’s nothing to argue. The man (Irving) has a gold medal, he’s an NBA champion, he’s an All-Star Game MVP and he’s made multiple big shots in his career. First of all, you know when you’re looking for a house on the apps, you do a filter? How about you do Kyrie’s résumé and then put the filter to see how…
Rock and Roll HOF Tidbits
Dec 25, 2018
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Committee Chairman
We have a bit of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame related news prior to Christmas as Pearl Jam bassist Jeff Ament discussed Rage Against the Machine’s snub and Mick Box of Uriah Heep talked about his bands own chances for enshrinement. On their Sirius/XM channel, Jeff Ament briefly mentioned that the fact that Rage Against the Machine was snubbed as they were not chosen for 2019 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Class. “Another first ballot snub, our cohorts from Los Angeles, Rage Against The Machine. Of course we have a lot of history with those guys, Brad was…